Infographic Checklist: 20 Things to Check Before You Publish

Great infographics fail for simple reasons: typos, tiny text, bad contrast, or missing sources. A fast checklist saves you from costly mistakes.

Use this 20 point checklist before you publish or share any infographic.

Content accuracy

1. All numbers match your source data
2. Units are clear (percent, dollars, hours)
3. Dates and time ranges are correct
4. Sources are cited where needed

Visual clarity

5. Title explains the main topic in one line
6. Visual hierarchy is obvious at first glance
7. Key numbers are large and easy to scan
8. Section spacing is consistent

Readability

9. Body text is at least 16 px for mobile
10. Labels are easy to read without zooming
11. Line length is short and scannable
12. No text is placed on busy backgrounds

Color and contrast

13. Text has strong contrast against the background
14. Colors are limited to 3 to 5 choices
15. Color does not carry meaning by itself
16. Highlight color is used for the main insight only

Data visualization

17. Charts match the data type (bar for categories, line for time)
18. Chart legends are clear and close to the data
19. No 3D effects or distorted scales

Publishing and SEO

20. File name includes the topic keyword and is descriptive

Bonus tips

• Add alt text that describes the insight, not just the image
• Include a short text summary near the infographic
• Export at high resolution so it stays sharp on social media

How Vix AI helps

Vix AI handles the heavy lifting: clean layout, readable typography, balanced colors, and accurate chart selection from CSV data. Use this checklist as a final pass before you publish.

Key takeaways

• A short checklist prevents common infographic mistakes
• Focus on accuracy, readability, and contrast
• Always include sources and descriptive file names